The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic effect on the veterinary industry and the lives of pets in general.  The impact on the health of wellbeing of the cats and dogs we all love has been tremendous, and the way in which we care of them has been transformed.  In this two-part podcast, veterinary experts discuss some of the trends they have seen as a result of the pandemic and where they see the veterinary industry heading as we all work to regain some normalcy in our everyday lives. 

The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic effect on the veterinary industry and the lives of pets in general.  The impact on the health of wellbeing of the cats and dogs we all love has been tremendous, and the way in which we care of them has been transformed.  In this two-part podcast, veterinary experts discuss some of the trends they have seen as a result of the pandemic and where they see the veterinary industry heading as we all work to regain some normalcy in our everyday lives. 

Data has become a buzz word that might even become a catch-all across a variety of industries.  But when it comes to veterinary medicine, the power that data from diagnostic tools can provide for a veterinarian and a pet owner can truly make a difference in the preventive health care of cats and dogs.  In this podcast, we will address some of the new and not so new diagnostic tools available for veterinary clinics and the impact they can have on the health of the cats and dogs under their care. 

There is often talk about making clinics more welcoming of their feline patients, but what REALLY is a cat friendly practice? We decided to straight to the source and ask one of the originators of this popular program that has been showing HUGE benefits for veterinarians, cat owners, and most especially the cats that we care for. 

It is often said that veterinarians discover their life calling before their teenage years, as their passion for animals begins early on.  But most children believe they will remain practicing veterinarians for their entire careers.  On this episode of Vet Talk with Royal Canin, we are joined by two accomplished men whose passion for veterinary medicine has supported their careers, even when they took slightly different paths. 

In today’s episode of VetTalk with Royal Canin, we continue our discussion of the field of neonatology, including some of the concerns when caring for neonates, the latest research and innovation in the field, and why this work is important for the health and wellbeing of kittens and puppies. Panelists:  Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD and owner of Veterinary Village and International Canine Semen Bank Wisconsin-Illinois and Dr. Emmanuel Fontaine, Regional Scientific Communications Manager- Royal...

Neonatal and pediatric care is strikingly different than adult care due to the differing physiology of immature and adult animals. In today’s episode of VetTalk with Royal Canin we will discuss the field of neonatology, including some of the concerns...

Veterinarians often follow a passion that begins at a young age to pursue their career in order to help animals.  But the necessary education is expensive, and many students finish school with a large amount of debt. This debt coupled with median paying...

In this episode of Vet Talk with Royal Canin, we discuss feline weight management with a specific focus on the importance of including wellbeing and environmental enrichment in addition to a nutrition plan. 

Equity, inclusion, and diversity has been a hot topic, especially over the past year, and its direct tie to the veterinary industry is critical.  In today’s episode of VetTalk with Royal Canin we will discuss what it means to be inclusive and diverse in...

Equity, inclusion, and diversity has been a hot topic, especially over the past year, and its direct tie to the veterinary industry is critical.  In today’s episode of VetTalk with Royal Canin we will discuss what it means to be inclusive and diverse in...

Emerging technologies and innovation are buzz words these days across all industries.  And the veterinary industry is no exception.  With innovation having such a broad definition, this podcast addresses a few unique ways the industry continues to...

In this nutrition episode of VetTalk with Royal Canin, we will be discussing one reason cats and dogs may present to the veterinarian, namely lower urinary tract disorders. We will specifically focus on urinary stones and the role nutrition can play in...

How often do you see puppies with gastrointestinal upset? Did you know that the GI microbiome has a significant influence on both healthy and disease states? We will hear from the world-renowned expert in microbiome research, Dr. Jan Suchodolski, on the...

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our entire society, including all levels of education.  Specific to veterinary education., universities quickly adapted their approach to teaching to best support the needs of their students in this changing...

Many cats and dogs present to veterinary emergency services with various types of illnesses. Addressing nutritional needs of these animals is critical to management and recovery. In this nutrition episode of VetTalk with Royal Canin, we will be...